Jay‑Z confirmed as headliner for Apple Music Super Bowl 2027 halftime show

The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Jay‑Z will perform at the Feb 14, 2027 halftime show in Inglewood, California.

By Felo News Desk · Published Tue, 27 Oct 2026 03:37:41 GMT

Jay‑Z has been confirmed as the headline performer for the Apple Music Super Bowl LXI halftime show, scheduled for Feb. 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, according to announcements from the NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation.

What happened

The three partners disclosed the lineup on Monday night, naming Jay‑Z as the sole halftime act. The show will be part of the Apple Music‑produced broadcast of Super Bowl LXI. The venue, SoFi Stadium, will host the performance on Feb. 14, 2027.

What the reports add

Variety reported that the announcement follows Jay‑Z’s recent "Jay‑Z 30" celebrations, which included a Roots Picnic appearance in May, three sold‑out Yankee Stadium shows in July and a two‑night SoFi Stadium concert featuring guests such as Scarface, DJ Khaled, John Legend, Blue Ivy Carter, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg and Too Short. The Independent added that the halftime slot comes after days of speculation and that Jay‑Z previously told NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, "If this is about me performing at the Super Bowl, then we can just end this conversation now," a comment made seven years ago.

What was said

Jay‑Z’s statement, quoted by Variety, said: "From Reasonable Doubt to standing on the Super Bowl Halftime stage, this has been a journey. Thirty years of music, work, and culture on the world’s biggest stage. This run continues to be a dream come true." NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, also quoted by Variety, said: "When we first reached an agreement with Roc Nation to produce the show, I had just one request: that Jay‑Z take the stage himself one day, whenever the moment felt right to him. I couldn’t be more excited for fans."

How it came about

Roc Nation has partnered with the NFL since 2019 to advise on halftime productions. Jay‑Z’s recent "Jay‑Z 30" tour, which concluded with a SoFi Stadium concert on Oct. 25, 2026 (see Felo’s coverage), reinforced his visibility ahead of the Super Bowl announcement. The Apple Music brand, which launched its own concert venue in London earlier this year (Felo’s article), is now extending its involvement to the league’s marquee halftime show.

Key facts

Jay‑Z will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LXI halftime show on Feb. 14, 2027. (variety.com)
The performance will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. (independent.co.uk)
The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced the lineup on Monday night. (independent.co.uk)
Jay‑Z’s recent "Jay‑Z 30" celebrations included two nights at SoFi Stadium with guest appearances. (variety.com)
Roc Nation has been advising the NFL on halftime productions since 2019. (independent.co.uk)

Timeline

2026-05-XX — Jay‑Z performed at Roots Picnic as part of "Jay‑Z 30" celebrations.
2026-07-XX — Three sold‑out shows at Yankee Stadium for album anniversaries.
2026-10-25 — Jay‑Z closed Los Angeles run at SoFi Stadium with guest appearances.